Postdoctoral Associate (Swanson Lab)

Swanson Lab • Gainesville, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Molecular Genetics and Microbiology is seeking a full-time Postdoctoral Associate in the laboratory of Maurice Swanson, Ph.D. with an interest in the investigating the molecular basis of neurological and/or neuromuscular disease. Perform postdoctoral research with a focus on pathomechanisms underlying neurological and neuromuscular diseases and the development of potential disease therapies.

Requirements

• Ph.D.
• Ph.D. in either neuroscience, genetics, or molecular and cell biology with research experience in cell and/or mouse models for neurological disease.

Nice To Haves

• experience using human cell and/or mouse disease models
• training record that includes one of the following: neuroscience, RNA biochemistry, genomics, proteomics, transcriptomics.

Responsibilities

• Perform postdoctoral research with a focus on pathomechanisms underlying neurological and neuromuscular diseases and the development of potential disease therapies.

Benefits

• Low-cost State Health Plans: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Generous Retirement Options to secure your future
• Comprehensive Paid Time Off Packages: (includes over 10 paid holidays, as well as paid family, sick and vacation leave)
• Exceptional Personal and Professional Development Opportunities: Access to UF Training & Organizational Development programs, leadership development, LinkedIn Learning, and more
• Tuition Assistance through the UF Employee Education Program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree